Who Sank The Boat?

Who Sank The Boat? by Pamela Allen is a classic Australian picture book that turns a simple rowing trip into a laugh-out-loud guessing game. With bold, expressive illustrations and a rhythmic, read-aloud-friendly text, it invites kids to join in from the very first page.

A cow, a donkey, a sheep (still knitting), a pig and a tiny mouse all clamber into a boat—then, splash, down it goes. Each new arrival changes the balance, and young readers will love predicting what happens next as the animals insist it couldn’t possibly have been them. It’s playful, clever, and perfect for building early story sense without ever feeling like a lesson.

Ideal for toddlers and preschoolers, daycare groups, and families after a favourite interactive bedtime story, this award-winning children’s book is made for repeated reads.

Add it to your shelf and enjoy the big giggles that follow.